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D11 LFA

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,426 mi
Last recorded106,426 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD11 LFA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 106,426 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 84,090 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2025 84,090 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 79,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 79,595 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 70,201 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 70,191 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing Nearside and offside. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Nearside and offside. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 66,416 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 66,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 64,435 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 62,391 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both bottom ball joints have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 60,032 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 55,011 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 55,011 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Feb 2017 49,318 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 44,642 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 37,966 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 33,669 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 30,240 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 26,191 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,111 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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D11 LFA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 63,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D11 LFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D11 LFA registered?

D11 LFA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 August 2008.

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